Former England batsman Key recovering from 'mini stroke'

LONDON, Monday - Former England batsman Rob Key is recovering after suffering a "mini stroke".

Key revealed he needed hospital treatment when the stroke occurred at the weekend.

Alongside an Instagram selfie, the 41-year-old wrote: "Long weekend. Turns out I've had a mini stroke.

"Thanks to everyone at the Kent and Canterbury hospital especially Charlie And dr baht. Now got to eat food with no flavour and take pills #triffic."

Key played in 15 Tests for England and made five one-day international appearances, as well as playing in one Twenty20 game for his country.

– AFP